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Who we are:We are a Directly Chartered Local with the Public Service Alliance of Canada.The Union of Graduate Student Workers (UGSW) is composed of those that are employed as Graduate Student Teaching Assistants and/or Graduate Student Research Assistants that are enrolled as a graduate student at the University of New Brunswick and working at the Fredericton or Saint John campuses. We are also pleased to announce that those employed as Post Doctoral Fellows by UNB are entering into bargaining for their first Collective Agreement in the near future.

For further information on our Union's structure, download the following orientation kit for new members.When you've received your membership package you can click this link for guidance in completing your application for full membership, or contact our office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.for assistance.

Why do we need a Union?First and foremost, we are able to negotiate a Collective Agreement that reflects the nature of our work, stipulating terms and conditions that must be respected by our employer, the University of New Brunswick. Arbitrary decisions and actions by an employer will not be permitted with respect to the contents of the contract. We have a collective voice and are able to make democratic decisions about our workplace. Our information and shop stewards, along with our Executive and other committees, assist with ensuring the strength and stability of our voices.